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Fire up for a safe Australia Day barbie
As preparations kick off for Australia Day celebrations on
January 26, Queenslanders are being urged to check gas bottles
and fittings before firing up the barbecue.
Mining Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said gas bottles should be
regularly inspected.
"When it comes to barbecuing, rusty or damaged gas bottles can be
a recipe for disaster. If there are signs of damage, don't take
any risks - dispose of the gas bottles safely," Mr Hinchliffe
said.
"Barbecue fittings and hoses should also be checked for any signs
of fraying, cracking or splitting.
"Make sure the gas bottle has been professionally tested in the
past 10 years and that the bottle has not reached its expiry
date.
"Check the gas bottle and the base of the cylinder for any sign
of corrosion. If there are signs, it's safer to dispose of the
gas bottle. Contact the local council tip or a gas cylinder test
station for details.
"Check for gas leaks by brushing fittings with a soapy water
solution after disconnecting and reconnecting any cylinders or
gas hoses and equipment. Leaks will show up as bubbles."
Mr Hinchliffe also urged people to take caution when transporting
gas cylinders in vehicles.
"There have been incidents where portable gas cylinders have
exploded in cars. Make sure gas cylinders remain upright during
transportation and avoid extreme heat. Don't leave the cylinder
in the sun," he said.
"Care should also be taken with 9kg gas cylinders. Cylinder
filling outlets provide plastic plugs which are recommended for
use when transporting the cylinders.
"Once you've reached your destination, remove the gas cylinder
from the vehicle as soon as possible."
Mr Hinchliffe said people should use reputable outlets for
filling or exchanging gas bottles and never fill their own gas
bottles.
Employment, Skills and Mining
The Honourable Stirling Hinchliffe
24/01/2012
Fire up for a safe Australia Day barbie
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Publish Date: 24 Jan 12
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